H. ‘Petite Gold’
Hosta ‘Petite Gold’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Mrs. John Geissler.
| Year registered | 1970 |
|---|---|
| Registrant | Mrs. John Geissler |
| Section class | IV-3 (Small) |
Overview
Registered in 1970 by Mrs. John Geissler, *Hosta* 'Petite Gold' is a small-sized cultivar of unknown parentage. Its leaves are green with strong yellow-green margins, a color pattern that distinguishes it among compact hostas.
In the Garden
'Petite Gold' reaches a mature diameter of 10 inches (25.4 cm) and a height of 5 inches (12.7 cm), making it suitable for the front of borders, rock gardens, or container plantings. It performs best in partial to full shade, as is typical for hostas, and pairs well with other small shade perennials such as *Heuchera* or *Tiarella*. Its small stature and neat habit also suit trough gardens or miniature hosta collections.
Care Notes
Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture, particularly during dry periods. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges. As with most hostas, slug and deer damage may occur; monitor and manage as needed in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 10 in (25.4 cm) |
| Leaf length | 3.5 in (8.9 cm) |
| Leaf width | 2.75 in (7 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 8 |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (IV-3, small size):
- H. ‘Gold Cadet’ (1974)
- H. ‘Fire Island’ (1998)
- H. ‘Little Miss Magic’ (2004)
- H. ‘Blonde Elf’ (2010)
- H. ‘Post-it’ (2012)
- H. ‘Peach Salsa’ (2013)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4316